Archbishop of Glasgow Philip Tartaglia will govern the Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh until a permanent replacement is found.
The Archbishop of Glasgow has been named temporary successor to Cardinal Keith O’Brien following his resignation.
Philip Tartaglia will govern the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh until a permanent successor is appointed.
The pope named him as apolistic administrator after Cardinal O’Brien stepped down from the post on Monday amid allegations of “inappropriate” behaviour towards fellow priests.
Cardinal O’Brien has denied the allegations and is taking legal advice.
Archbishop Tartaglia said: “These are painful and distressing times for the archdiocese. I also feel pained and distressed.
“With the grace of God, I will do my very best to oversee and govern the archdiocese until the appointment of a new archbishop. I ask for your prayers.”
